Posts by Elyssa Morataya
BBB Tip: How to spot and avoid identity theft
ID Theft Awareness Week is January 29 – Feb 2. BBB provides many resources to help consumers protect their identity from scammers. Scams are designed to either steal your money or your identity to steal your money later. Scammers have all kinds of techniques to collect personally identifiable information (PII). Once they have it, they…
Read MoreBBB Tip: Hiring a licensed contractor in Florida – what you need to know
As the demand for home improvement projects increases in Florida, homeowners must be cautious when hiring contractors. The state requires contractors to be licensed and insured, but not all contractors adhere to these regulations. Hiring an unlicensed contractor can put homeowners at risk for subpar work, financial loss, and legal trouble. As part of Unlicensed Activity Awareness Week…
Read MoreLee Clerk’s financial reports win national awards
FORT MYERS, Fla. — The Lee County Clerk was honored with its 38th consecutive award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for excellence in financial reporting. The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report was awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence, which is the highest form of recognition in government accounting and fiscal reporting and its…
Read MoreFowler Construction & Development Unveils Rebranding Reflecting Growth and Tradition
Fort Myers, FL – Fowler Construction & Development unveils a new logo, tagline and website that gives a nod to its strong history while focusing on an exciting future highlighting unique and transformational projects in the marina, restaurant, and hospitality industries. As Fowler Construction & Development continues its 55-year evolution, the company’s brand is also…
Read MoreMajor Tax Changes Expected in Two Years, Plan Now to Reduce Impact
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) brought sweeping tax changes to businesses and individuals. Individual and some business tax rates were cut — some significantly — starting in 2018. Built into the law was the sunset of certain important provisions on December 31, 2025. This means on January 1, 2026, tax law reverts to…
Read MorePBS Contractors Earns The 2024 Great Place To Work Certification™
NAPLES, FLORIDA, – PBS Contractors PBS is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the second year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at PBS CONTRACTORS. Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and…
Read MoreKolter Urban Announces Compass as Exclusive Sales Team for The Island at West Bay Club
ESTERO, FLA. – Kolter Urban, the Florida-based real estate development and investment firm, is pleased to announce it has selected Compass as the exclusive brokerage for The Island at West Bay Club, a 24-story luxury condominium tower situated in esteemed private gated West Bay Club community on Florida’s Paradise Coast. The Island will offer 86 residences…
Read MoreEstablishing Trusted Capital Infrastructure in Communities
FORT MYERS, Fla., (Newswire.com) – Cap Table Nation, a visionary force driving positive change in private capital investment, is pleased to announce its historic launch in Southwest Florida. Cap Table Nation is the infrastructure catalyst set to etch its mark on local investment history, devoted to fostering growth and community development. Cap Table Nation was…
Read MoreLee Commissioners approve a contract to restore and enhance Fort Myers Beach Water Reclamation Facility
Fort Myers, FL, – The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve a contract for the design, permitting and construction engineering to restore the Fort Myers Beach Water Reclamation Facility and enhance its capacity. The competitively bid, $14.5 million contract was awarded to CDM Smith. The project will include rehabilitating the Water Reclamation…
Read MoreSouthwest Florida Law Firm Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. Welcomes Attorney Dominico Palma
NAPLES-MARCO ISL., Fla. — Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. is pleased to announce that attorney Dominico R. Palma has joined the firm and will be based in the Marco Island, Florida location. Palma focuses on estate planning law, probate and trust administration, and real estate transactions in his law practice. He shares, “Joining Woodward, Pires…
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